To all those individuals who have so generously contributed. Your generosity and kindness is very much appreciated.

Web page design and support

First and foremost I want to thank Brad Roltgen, owner of BRE Software, because without his efforts you would not be able to read this web page. He has provided all the necessary software and hosting services to make this web page possible.

Fisher House Spin-A-Thon and Silent Auction

To those organizations that have contributed or donated items for the April 28th Spin-A-Thon Silent Auction, your giving and thoughtfulness is also greatly appreciated. Especially Fitness First Layhill for being so accommodating and helpful in hosting the April 28th fund raising Spin-A-Thon and Silent Auction. The instructors at Fitness First who have so graciously donated their time and efforts for the Spin-A-Thon:

1. Gerry McQuillan (for actually setting up the Spin-A-Thon and coaching me)
2. Carol Ames
3. Abby Buchanan
4. Liz Ginexi
5. Kathy Muttart
6. Jim Youngblood

Azucar Restaurant and Gold Castle Jewelers who donated to the Fisher House Foundation and also provided Gift Certificates and Jewelry for the Spin-A-Thon Silent Auction. Progressions Hair Salon for their donations to the Silent Auction.

Ride logistics and support

America is such a big beautiful country filled with great people and so many regions to see and explore. Riding across this great country has been a goal of mine for many years. Once I decided to go ahead and actually do this ride, I wanted to find a company that could provide excellent support. A co-worker of mine rode the Lewis and Clark trail several years ago with an unsupported group of other riders. His trip was somewhat problematic. After talking with him, I decided that I would search for a company that was experienced in conducting these types of rides. While at my local bicycle shop I asked the manager about who he would recommend for a ride like this? He immediately told me about America By Bicycle (AbB) and even provided names of others who had been on rides with this company. He knew the industry as well, and spoke very highly of them. My ride across the United States is being facilitated by America By Bicycle (AbB). My research has indicated that they are the number 1 fully-supported Bicycle Touring Company in America. Their specialty is long distance cross country touring and they have extensive experience in facilitating these types of rides!